Sermons on Powers:

40 Days Of Prayer - Kicking Off Lent

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Nov 19, 2009

This sermon kicked off our season of Lent by ushering in 40 days of prayer.

Matthew 4:1-11 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. 2 After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. 3 The tempter came to him and said, "If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread." 4 Jesus answered, "It is written: ’Man ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, 3 John 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Knocked Down But Not Knocked Out

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Nov 27, 2009

We all are ATTACKED SPIRITUALLY & at times we are KNOCKED DOWN but we don’t have to STAY DOWN. The STRENGTH & GRACE of the LORD is always there to enable us to GET UP.

Knocked Down But Not Knocked Out: November 29,2009 2 Corinthians 4: 8-9 ‘We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed.’ Introduction: From a newspaper article: CHIPPIE the PARAKEET never SAW ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, 2 Corinthians 4:8-10, 2 Corinthians 4:8

Praying For God’s Family Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009

What to pray for people in God’s family. God already has a plan that He is working in each of us, but these 4 elements can result in a stronger, healthier, more united church – if we will take the time to pray for one another.

Praying for God’s Family Ephesians 1:15-23 Intro: We continue our study in Ephesians today. In the first 14 verses we talked about what it meant to be “in Christ.” There is no better place to be than in Christ. If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. Old things have passed away; all things ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Where’s The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 9, 2009

Jesus says that he is not king of this world. So, whree is Jesus’ kingdom? How does Jesus’ kingdom impact the owrld in which we live?

John 18:33-37 “Where’s the Kingdom?” INTRODUCTION We who live in the United States have a difficult time understanding the concepts of “King” and “Lord.” Our limited exposure to kings comes mainly from England’s tabloids and their tales of intrigue in the House of Windsor and the shenanigans ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Is Coming To Town!

Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Dec 9, 2009

Preparations necessary for Christmas celebrations.

Introduction: A pastor received a Christmas card with a note in it, from a lady in his congregation. He said she was very complimentary about his preaching and compared him with Chuck Swindoll. She finished by writing, "I think you are one of the really great preachers of all time." Later that day, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying In The Spirit Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009

When we realize how fully present God is with us through His Holy Spirit, our prayers can take on a new dimension of power and effectiveness.

Praying in the Spirit Ephesians 6:13-18 13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

J-Who?

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Oct 23, 2006

JEHU Becomes Anointed

The turn around anointing II Kings 9:1-7 and 16-20 • The tribes of Israel were divided. Israel had two kings. Ahaziah and Jo-ram but really Jezebel was running the show. • Elisha called one of the prophets and told him to go found Je-hu. The only thing he brought with him was a box of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 9:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Missions In Our Own Backyard Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Jun 14, 2007

Some churches are so focused on overseas missions that they miss the mission field in their own backyard. Jesus said we’d be his witnesses at home as well as abroad.

Missions in Our Backyard QUOTE: Oswald Smith "The light that shines farthest shines brightest near home" Churches so focused on overseas they neglected their own mission - declined and closed! Acts 1:8 You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

"Wait On The Lord"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 25, 2009

The best way to learn to pray is to pray.

To Busy To Pray “Wait on the Lord” Matthew 6:5-8 Luke 11:1 How do you view prayer? Do you view prayer like a diet? It didn’t seem to work so you gave up. Do you view prayer like a lottery? When your number comes up you’ll find the answer. Do you see prayer as an “escape hatch” to get out of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

Lofty Lord, Live Lips, Long Layby

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 28, 2009

Where do we get the motivation to keep doing what the Lord wants us to do? We affirm that we are called by a God of power, who is able to equip us; He will give us victory eventually even though it may come slowly (Deacon Ordination Sunday).

This evening two very good football teams will face each other under the dome. The outcome will hinge not only on physical condition and coaching strategy and just plain luck; it will hinge also on motivation. Who really, really wants to win? Who is hungry to win? One of the great personal issues ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Satan's Fishing Trip

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Feb 15, 2009

Let’s look this morning how to have victory over temptation and not become one of Satan’s catches.

SATAN’S FISHING TRIP ALLAN H. KIRCHER www.planttheseedministries.org I have Satan’s name up here, by no means to glorify him, but we do need to recognize as Christians that he is our Lord and Savior’s arch enemy. Satan is prevalent in our lives in a daily basis. We need to know how to claim ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of My Success!

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jul 18, 2008

The failure to keep God’s rules results in an erosion of the power to perform effective as a Christian

Scripture: Judges 16:1 – Title: “The Secret of My Success!” Introduction: The story of Samson has caused more stories, books, and movies to be produced than a person would want to count! · Most every one have emphasized three main points: Samson’s great strength – His love affairs, and his ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Supernatural Ministry"

Contributed by Jerry Thorpe on May 16, 2009

Paul expected every believer to be baptized in the Holy Spirit.

"Supernatural Ministry" (Text: Acts 19) What did you get when you got saved? Paul comes to Ephesus and finds some disciples of John’s.. They had repented and tried to live the Christian life . They had heard the Baptist’s message. A message of repentance. They had heard and believed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Who Do You Say I Am?

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jan 19, 2010

What difference should it make if Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God?

Title: Who do you say that I am? Text: Matthew 16:13-19 13 When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do people say the Son of Man is?" 14 They replied, "Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets." 15 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An Appeal To The Fringe

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 22, 2010

Serving others when they need help is distracting, but it is our calling; it is draining, but not depleting ... rather it is empowering.

The trouble with my "honey-do" list is, it is much too complicated for my limited brainpower! How am I supposed to remember all the things I am expected to do? How am I supposed to keep it all straight? 3 I am about to walk out the front door, and I hear: “Oh, you’re going out to make a hospital ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:43-48

Denomination: Baptist